Synonyms of accrue

accrue

verb

as in to accumulate

to increase in amount as time passes

They accrued vacation time throughout the calendar year.

A penny-pincher who is accruing a fortune by spending next to nothing.

Related Words

• accumulate
• maximize
• collect
• gain
• extend
• amass
• enhance
• expand
• double (in)
• enrich
• enlarge
• grow (in)
• triple (in)
• elevate
• mount
• step up
• boost
• gather
• build up
• ramp (up)
• jack (up)
• pick up

Dissimilar Words

• fall (in)
• lessen
• decline (in)
• diminish (in)
• abate
• lose
• dwindle
• dip
• decrease (in)
• taper
• taper off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accrue

Value accrues when agents operate within the processes a business depends on, with clear permissions, human ownership and a record that stands up to review. — Gaurav Tewari, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Funds raised will cover the costs of medical bills, food, gas and other expenses accrued during Alexander’s complicated health journey. — Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026

Lineage also has been accruing fines as air regulators demand the company take additional steps to mitigate the smell and the vermin drawn to the site and surrounding neighborhoods. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Miller’s attorney, Bijan Darvish, noted that interest is still accruing on the jury award as the appeal plays out. — Sean Emery, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2026